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Energy Secretary Chris Wright Aims to Reverse Biden Climate Policies
Energy Secretary Chris Wright Unveils Bold Shift in U.S. Climate PoliciesAddressing a gathering of oil and gas industry leaders at the CERAWeek by S&P Global conference in Houston, Texas, U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright...
Lawsuit Against Trump Admin for Freezing Funds Protecting Rhinos & Elephants
The Trump Administration Faces Lawsuit Over Funds for Protecting Rhinos & Elephants
In a recent turn of events, environmentalists are up in arms over the Trump administration's decision to freeze funding meant for crucial conservation...
Executive Order Allows Private Logging in U.S. Public Forests
President Donald Trump recently signed a new executive order that could have far-reaching implications for endangered species, climate change, and local economies. This order, entitled the “Immediate Expansion of American Timber Production,” aims to...
England Reintroduces Beavers for Nature Recovery – EcoWatch
After centuries of absence, beavers are making a comeback in England, marking a significant step toward nature recovery and conservation. These industrious creatures, once hunted to extinction in the 16th century for their meat,...
Greenpeace Faces $300M Lawsuit, Risking Bankruptcy – EcoWatch
Greenpeace USA, a renowned environmental group, found itself embroiled in a $300 million lawsuit filed by Energy Transfer, a Dallas-based company. The legal battle, which commenced in North Dakota on February 11, 2025, poses...
Resignation of Top U.S. Prosecutor Amid Biden Climate Funding Investigation
The bustling traffic along Pennsylvania Avenue paints a vivid backdrop against the Department of Justice headquarters building in Washington, D.C. on a crisp January evening. Amidst this urban landscape, a significant event unfolded that...
Brazil Joins OPEC+ Before UN Climate Summit – Eco-Friendly Moves
Brazil, known for its vibrant culture and diverse ecosystems, has made a significant decision that could impact the global oil market and its environmental policies. The National Council for Energy Policy in Brazil has...
NOAA Scientists Face Restrictions, Impacting Global Forecasting – EcoWatch
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has recently implemented new restrictions on its scientists, causing concern among current and former high-level employees about the potential impact on global weather forecasting. These restrictions, which...
Republican AGs Sue to Stop New York Climate Damages Law
A Legal Battle Unfolds Over New York's Climate LawRepublican attorneys general from 22 states have recently filed a lawsuit against New York state regarding its 2024 Climate Change Superfund Act, alleging that the law...
Democratic Lawmakers Demand Answers on Unconstitutional EPA Funding Freeze
Democratic Lawmakers Demand Answers on Unconstitutional EPA Funding FreezeIn a bold move to challenge the Trump administration's controversial actions, Democratic Senator Edward J. Markey, U.S. Representative Yassamin Ansari, and New York Representative Paul Tonko...
